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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1916
Page
1
A World War II bulletin states the German U boat Deutschland is at sea without incident while avoiding Royal Navy escort forces. The report asserts Germany’s subs faced no difficulty encountering invading cruisers and continues to operate in maritime lanes.
Norfolk reporters recount how the German submarine Deutschland slipped past allied patrols at the capes. Captain Hinch described dives to 135 feet and 400-yard visibility tests, with the crew claiming a successful, unseen departure into the Atlantic.
Captain Hinch said he would not return to Baltimore if the Bremen was imminent and noted the Timmins would tow for Baltimore if a tow could be secured within a day or two. He declined to disclose whether the ves sel went up or down the coast or its easterly steering once at sea.
Mexico City on August 8 reports judges for district courts across the republic were named today. Federal district courts opened today and others will begin operations as soon as possible.
Washington Aug. 4 The Senate began consideration of a bill to prevent interstate commerce in products of child labor. Southern Democrats are the only opposition as the measure, urged by President Wilson, faces debate before passage. Senator Robinson argues Congress can regulate commerce to suppress child labor and cites Supreme Court decisions supporting police regulation through commerce powers.
Acting Secretary Polk announced a treaty signed in New York today by Secretary Lansing and Danish Minister Brun to transfer St. Thomas St. Croix and St. John to the United States for 25 million dollars. The administration will seek congressional ratification.
The Progressives will not name a candidate for first place on the ticket. The party plans to preserve its platform and field a secondary choice if needed, signaling strategic continuity amid a fluid nomination scene.
Indianapolis Aug 4 plans for reorganization of the Bull Moose party were adopted to perpetuate the Progressive cause. The group will field an electoral ticket in states with remaining organization, headed by John M Parker, Louisiana nominee for vice president, aiming to influence close elections.
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The News-Star states it cannot meet demand for newsprint and will suspend all free lists and free papers. Subscribers must pay promptly or be dropped. blank paper is more valuable to the paper than an unpaid account.
Knoxville Associated Press reports twenty five are dead and a family of eight is missing after a Claiborne county flood near Tazewell Tennessee. Fourteen inches of rain flooded a narrow valley, destroying mills homes granaries and crops along Big Barren Creek and Clinch river.
Berlin reports that Army headquarters confirmed the German forces recaptured Fleury from the French this morning, marking a strategic gain amid ongoing engagements.
Federal government agencies rush to avert a broad strike threaten nationwide job actions. Officials warn disruption could affect services across departments as unions press for higher pay and safer conditions.
Almost ninety minutes into the 400000 railroad strike stalemate the White House plans a personal appeal if negotiations fail. William C Chambers of the mediation board and President Wilson discuss steps as Senate hearings on a proposed ICC hours of labor study loom. The Chamber of Commerce urges federal action to avert a nationwide disruption and calls for an immediate conference of business groups.
In New York on August 3, about 400,000 railroad employees cast ballots with roughly 75 percent counted. Timothy Shea, assistant president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Fireman and Enginemen, said that of the 200,000 tallied, nearly all favored a strike. Full results were not expected until Monday as western ballots arrive Saturday. Shea noted that if the strike vote closes before Monday night, leaders of the railroad brotherhoods would be reinforced by their authority.
A strike vote flagging potential action leads to resumed negotiations with railroad managers scheduled for Tuesday. The move signals renewed effort to resolve bargaining disputes affecting rail operations and workers.
In Cobalt Ontario on August 3 authorities reported 425 dead as the Temishkaning and Northern Ontario Railway office at North Bay tallied identified and unidentified victims. Rumors of broader losses were common but largely unverified with Englehart houses reported destroyed turning out to be inaccurate.
Washington Aug 4 The joint commission of the United States and Mexico may begin deliberations within ten days to settle border disputes. Arrendondo reported three Mexican commissioners Cabrera Bonillas and Pani have been chosen. Conference sites likely Old Point Comfort Virginia or Asbury Park New Jersey.
Both armies in deadly deadlock as Verdun again hosts fierce fighting between French and German forces.
World War I reporting notes renewed French assaults near Fleury and Thiaumont with gains and counterattacks on a three mile front east of the Meuse. French bolster efforts to move toward Vacherauville wood while Germans reclaim southern Fleury. Russian advances near Kovel push to within nineteen miles as Stokhod resistance eases.
Paris reports French forces attacked Fleury simultaneously from the front northwest and southeast and captured several hundred Germans. German counterattacks last night gained a foothold in the southern Fleury while the French held the northern sector and heavy fighting continued.
Aug 4 reports small British advances on the Somme west of Pozieres. Shipping losses include the Japanese Kohina Maru and British G. C. Gradwell. Two British schooners torpedoed in the English Channel. crews landed at Havre. Rome notes two Italian submarines sunk and the Italian steamship Citta di Messina reported lost.
Berlin reports the Austrejer Dans recaptured territory Russians held in Rudkamirynskaia region. German forces advanced in Capathians and Kopilas regions. Fleury situation unchanged after French attack.
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